In California, if a tenant (who has lived in a unit for over a year) receives a 60 day notice - how should they dispute it?

Do NOT wait for a UD filing, as the mere filing of a UD will hurt your chances of getting another rental. Knowing Santa Rosa well, and seeing...

How do I prove that another tenant does not live with me when provided a 3day covenant or quit?

Don’t panic, it’s just a 3-day notice. Reply in writing with the explanation you posted. Take the opportunity to build relationship - offer to meet...

Does my roommate have the power to kick me out?

The lease language you quote is bogus; someone probably downloaded a junk form from the internet. Nevertheless, based on what you describe, I do...

What can I do when the 3 day notice to pay rent or quit is in error?

I urge you to look at things practically, not legalistically. Your landlord may be breaking the law, and you can’t pay the rent. There are other...

Is contacting a vendor "starting repairs"?

Mr. Alexander has provided you an outstandlingly through answer. All I can add is this. A collapsed deck is a major repair issue, requiring much...

Do I have to sign a roommate release agreement if I didn't sign the official lease?

No one can answer your question without looking at documents (especially whatever you signed) and asking questions. If by chance the lease is a...

Dissociated from my 50/50 partnership with a standard/solid agreement. Can the lease become an issue if it's signed personally?

You posted this question under mediation. Are you in one? If not, engage a mediator with experience resolving conflict in a commercial leasing...

Criticizing a lease provision that increases the landlord's burden is not a winning scenario for you. Simple object in writing to the charges and...

Can a Landlord in California prohibit me from being present at a final move-out inspection?

Don't look for trouble. You cannot make landlord let you attend a "final" inspection, which only takes place after you give the space back. The...

Can I legally get out of a office lease agreement before end of the lease agreement term?

Sure, if you negotiate an early lease termination agreement with a payment to landlord. Keep in mind that commercial leases are not regulated the...